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YP02 JVJ

2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

40,545 mi
Last recorded40,545 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,380 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP02 JVJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2024 40,545 miles

Front Slight splits on tyre

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Chain link has been insufficiently riveted

Pass 9 Mar 2023 39,901 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 39,901 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 38,803 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 37,811 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Apr 2021 37,811 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2020 35,713 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 31,070 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Jun 2019 31,070 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 31,030 miles

slight fluid leak from nearside front fork leg

Pass 10 Jun 2017 30,819 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2016 30,643 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2015 30,285 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2014 29,558 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 29,558 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 28,646 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 28,646 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2011 26,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2011 26,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 21,687 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 19,463 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 15,374 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Aug 2007 12,279 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 12,279 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 9,721 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-12R?

Based on 37,905 MOT tests across 2,961 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
890
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,961
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 205
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 188
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 172
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 154
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YP02 JVJ is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 20,380 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX-12R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YP02 JVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-12R typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YP02 JVJ is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 15 April 2002.

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